Off The Rails

Off the Rails is a Central Otago cycle-tour operator specialising in premium, fully supported trips on the Otago Central Rail Trail and nearby routes. The company offers personalised service and reliable bookings, with local staff providing hospitality and practical support throughout each tour. Guests can choose from a leisurely four-day Rail Trail package, a three-day option suited to experienced cyclists, a five-day tour combining the Rail Trail with the Lake Dunstan cycle trail, or a customised five-day itinerary with optional activities. A Day Tripper tour is also available for those who want to ride part of the trail in a single day.

Off the Rails’ packages are designed to make touring easier, with support that can include carrying extra clothing and providing a lift when conditions or the ride become demanding. The company also offers accommodation, bike hire and evening meal excursions to local historic hotels. With options for different ages and abilities, Off the Rails helps visitors explore the region at a pace and level of challenge that suits them.